Podcast appearances and mentions of Alan Wilson

The political establishment is in absolute chaos, and we are blowing the lid off the massive stories the mainstream media refuses to cover!

Fresh off a massive blowout victory in the Republican gubernatorial primary runoff, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 98.9 WORD to discuss his dominant performance!

South Carolina has officially experienced a massive political earthquake!

The political earthquake South Carolina has been waiting 15 years for just shattered the establishment!

What an unbelievable, historic night for South Carolina politics!

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On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 23, 2026: we have segments from host Gavin Jackson's most recent interviews with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and A.G. Alan Wilson; Gavin also caught up with Wilson moments after Pres. Donald Trump also endorsed him, in addition to Evette, just days before the runoff; and more!

The final fight for individual liberty is going down right now, and it is time to choose a side!

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Welcome to today's ultimate news roundup, where we blow the lid off the biggest global, local, and cultural earthquakes shaking our world!

Donald Trump issued a rare dual endorsement for both South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson and Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette ahead of the June 23 Republican gubernatorial runoff, shifting from his initial sole endorsement of Evette. Following primary results showing Wilson gaining momentum, this strategic move aims to align with the likely winner of the runoff.

The gloves are completely off in this unfiltered analysis!

**Global Mass Deportation Wave & The SC Establishment Taken to the Woodshed!**

**Deep State Terror Plot Fails, SAVE Act Roars & The SC Elite Exposed!**

**Global Populist Shift, Trump's Iran Showdown & SC Uni-Party Taken to the Woodshed!**

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The host delivers an unfiltered, scorching critique of Donald Trump and JD Vance over an upcoming, secretive agreement with Iran. Echoing severe warnings from the New York Post and National Review, the segment highlights how the deal surrenders the Strait of Hormuz and lifts the critical naval blockade—handing billions in oil revenue back to the IRGC with zero nuclear verification. Later, the show targets the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial runoff, slamming Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette for standing with Governor Henry McMaster and staying silent during key redistricting battles. Voters are strongly urged to head to the early voting polls on Wednesday and Thursday to break the current state political machine. Trump Iran Deal, Strait of Hormuz, JD Vance, IRGC, Naval Blockade, National Review, New York Post, South Carolina Politics, Pamela Evette, Henry McMaster, Alan Wilson, GOP Runoff Primary

The hosts discuss a controversial new study from Utah State University professor Lauren Van De Hey, highlighting how Gen Z and young liberals are integrating a "mental health illness identity" into their core political views. The segment criticizes corporate workplace mental health days and overdiagnoses, arguing that standard life struggles are being weaponized by left-wing groups to foster anti-capitalist resentment against billionaires. Linking this ideological shift directly to real-world violence, the hosts break down the newly foiled UFC Freedom 250 White House drone-and-sniper plot—which was stopped after a suspect's mother tipped off the FBI—and emphasize the need to turn out the conservative vote for Alan Wilson in South Carolina to break the establishment political machine. Gen Z Voting Blocks, Lauren Van De Hey, Mental Health Identity, Anti-Capitalism, UFC Freedom 250 Plot, White House Security Threat, Political Radicalization, Luigi Mangione, South Carolina Politics, Alan Wilson Campaign, Ivy League Mental Health Statistics, Open Borders Republicans

The global stage is shaking and the media is in an absolute frenzy!

The mainstream media is in a state of absolute panic as massive stories break all at once!

The June 15, 2026, broadcast of The Charlie James Show kicked off with a deep dive into U.S. Representative Ralph Norman's endorsement of Alan Wilson for South Carolina Governor ahead of the high-stakes runoff against Pamela Evette. Charlie analyzed the political ripples of this major endorsement, explaining how it aims to consolidate the conservative base just over a week before voters head back to the polls. The segment wrapped up with a festive recap of this past weekend's Freedom 250 event, spotlighting the strong community turnout and patriotic celebration.

Hour 2 of The Charlie James Show criticized The Weather Channel for airing a hyper-dramatic, negative forecast to intentionally discourage attendance at Donald Trump's weekend White House event. The show then covered a breaking national security report regarding a crashed U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber. Charlie also previewed tomorrow night's high-stakes South Carolina gubernatorial runoff debate between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson. Turning to foreign policy, the discussion analyzed continuous threats from Iran, warning listeners that adversarial regimes constantly manipulate situations and will never stop their hostile efforts. Finally, the hour wrapped up with a critique of the constant influx of deceptive political fundraising text messages, alongside a highlight of UFC fighter Justin Gaethje's post-fight remarks following his appearance at the Freedom 250 event.

The first hour of The Charlie James Show on June 15, 2026, focused on South Carolina political endorsements for the upcoming gubernatorial runoff, conservative commentary on cultural divisions, and a breaking report on a shooting at the Haywood Mall. The hour highlighted local concerns regarding community safety and political trends within the state.

The second segment of Hour 4 shifted to a mix of pop culture controversy and local political drama, starting with a breakdown of the UFC fighter's viral, unfiltered remarks about Michelle Obama following the Freedom 250 event. Charlie then pivoted to breaking local election news, reporting that Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette abruptly canceled her scheduled appearance with conservative radio host Bob Frady today. The discussion analyzed the strategic implications of this sudden cancellation, questioning how it might impact her standing just over a week before the critical South Carolina gubernatorial runoff against Alan Wilson

On June 15, 2026, Hour 1 of The Charlie James Show focused heavily on South Carolina political endorsements for the upcoming gubernatorial runoff, conservative commentary on cultural divisions, and a breaking report on a shooting at the Haywood Mall. The hour highlighted local concerns regarding community safety and political trends within the state.Hour 2 criticized The Weather Channel for airing a hyper-dramatic, negative forecast to intentionally discourage attendance at Donald Trump's weekend White House event. The show then covered a breaking national security report regarding a crashed U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber. Charlie also previewed tomorrow night's high-stakes South Carolina gubernatorial runoff debate between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson. Turning to foreign policy, the discussion analyzed continuous threats from Iran, warning listeners that adversarial regimes constantly manipulate situations and will never stop their hostile efforts. Finally, the hour wrapped up with a critique of the constant influx of deceptive political fundraising text messages, alongside a highlight of UFC fighter Justin Gaethje's post-fight remarks following his appearance at the Freedom 250 event.The third hour focused heavily on national security, legislative leadership friction, media bias, and political discourse. Charlie opened by analyzing Iran's claim that five of its ships breached an international blockade, alongside a preview of Vice President JD Vance's upcoming, highly anticipated appearance on The View. The show then transitioned to a legislative critique, blaming Senate Majority Leader John Thune's lack of leadership for the fact that Donald Trump has signed fewer than 40 bills during this legislative period. Turning to cultural and media analysis, Charlie broke down the conflicting media coverage surrounding Donald Trump's 80th birthday yesterday, contrasting how friendly versus hostile outlets framed the milestone. Finally, the hour concluded with a fiery commentary on modern political debates, slamming how unqualified individuals with zero actual knowledge of complex issues suddenly position themselves as experts on public platforms.The fourth hour focused on global perceptions of America, breaking local political cancellations, and hard-hitting cultural and international comparisons. Charlie opened by highlighting a UK visitor's positive impressions of America and the high enthusiasm shared by international FIFA soccer fans. The discussion then shifted to controversy and local politics, breaking down a UFC fighter's viral post-fight remarks about Michelle Obama and analyzing Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette's sudden cancellation on conservative host Bob Frady's show today ahead of the gubernatorial runoff. Next, Charlie revisited the weekend's Freedom 250 festival, calling out progressive media outlets for their hostile coverage of the patriotic celebration. Finally, the hour concluded with a provocative segment comparing crime and immigration policies, contrasting high sexual assault rates in the United Kingdom with significantly lower statistics in Poland, attributing the difference to Poland's strict immigration and border enforcement.

Hour 2 full 00:00 I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 00:28 for amber waves of grain, for purple mountain majesties. 00:59 share his grace on thee. 01:09 When 01:12 from sea to shining sea. America is back. Yes, sir. And we are back and we are being joined by Attorney General Alan Wilson, who is running for governor of South Carolina. Attorney General Wilson, welcome to the program. Hope you're doing well. Hey, Charlie. 01:35 Great to be back with you, man. Thanks for having me on your program. I hope you're having a great day. Absolutely. Well, I just got a little bit of a chuckle because this guy, Chris Grant, down in the low country just posted a picture of you. You and Mike Rickenbaugh, it's obviously AI, uh at a Trans Pride rally. Have you seen that picture? I have seen the picture. The subtly racist photo, yes. I've seen it. 02:00 Yes. mean, is that, is that the, the, you know, the, the timber of this race so far? Has it been dirty all the, all the way through? Look, um, they're going to, they're going to throw everything at me. They're claiming all these horrible things about me. They're saying I'm liberal and I'm woke. Everyone on your show who listens is too smart to fall for it. At the end of the day, this campaign, they're going to make this campaign about tearing me down. I'm going to make this campaign about building you up. And by you, I mean, the people of South Carolina. 02:28 my number one goal in everything i thought i want to do is governor is to make living in our state more affordable for our families to make our economy more profitable for our business and make government more accountable to the people and try that the message i'm taking around south carolina i'm not i mean look yet they're gonna hit it and the reason that they're attacking the reason they're going so low is they're seeing the same numbers that i'm saying and that's why they're going to get dirty that's going to get really deep over the next ten days so i'm bracing for it but 02:56 At the end of the day, this is about the people of South Carolina, not Alan Wilson or Pamivet. You just talked about making South Carolina more affordable at the height of the gas prices. Just weeks ago, it seems like there was a plan or some people were suggesting that we do away with uh the gas tax in South Carolina. Would you have been in favor of that? I was the first candidate for governor to call for the suspension of the gas tax, and I would even consider having a trigger. Now, obviously, we have to continue to fund 03:25 uh... construction and road transportation and things like that but we have one and a half billion dollars and the reserve fund and not my my view is is when families are hurting give them some relief uh... as much relief as you can and i think one of the things you can do is suspend the gas tax to make it a little bit better for them to come and go from their house to their office to their child soccer game and uh... and even travel obviously a permanent gas tax will require a lot more fault 03:54 But giving people 60 to 90 days is something I would be willing to do. And I called for that about two months ago. So, I mean, it is and it's affected everybody here in South Carolina. I also had a caller wanting to or a text or wanting to know about uh immigration. There was a massive employment fraud ring using stolen identities. Tell us a little bit about that. How were you involved in that? Well, you know, we led it. We led the sting about a year and a half ago. 04:22 because of the prior policies of the Biden administration. Obviously it wasn't a priority to go after these types of cases. So we had some folks at the, you know, in local law enforcement come to us and say, we'd like to get your help. So we started doing an investigation a year ago this fall. And we basica ... 2009 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:04:00 +0000 uBAhvYzFUN8DSCZaKB5Nv1ZQBrqUzY4i news The Charlie James Show Podcast news Hour 2 The Charlie James Show originates from News/Talk 989 WORD, The Upstate's #1 Talk Station, weekdays 3-7pm. Charlie tackles the topics that matter to the Carolina's. He interviews the movers and shakers while letting listeners sound off on the news of the day. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2F

Interview with SC AG Alan Wilson full 00:08 I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. 00:35 For spacious skies, for amber waves of 00:45 For purple mountain majesties above. 01:07 share his grace on thee. 01:20 from sea to shining sea. America is back. Yes, Sarah, and we are back and we are being joined by Attorney General Alan Wilson, who is running for governor of South Carolina. General Wilson, welcome to the program. Hope you're doing well. Hey, Charlie. 01:42 Great to be back with you, man. Thanks for having me on your program. I hope you're having a great day. Absolutely. Well, I just got a little bit of a chuckle because this guy, Chris Grant, down in the low country just posted a picture of you. uh You and Mike Rickenbaugh, it's obviously AI, uh at a Trans Pride rally. Have you seen that picture? I have seen the picture. The subtly racist photo, yes. I've seen it. 02:08 Yes. mean, is that, is that the, the, you know, the, the timber of this race so far? Has it been dirty all the, all the way through? Look, um, they're going to, they're going to throw everything at me. They're claiming all these horrible things about me. They're saying I'm liberal and I'm woke. Everyone on your show who listens is too smart to fall for it. At the end of the day, this campaign, they're going to make this campaign about tearing me down. I'm going to make this campaign about building you up. And by you, I mean, the people of South Carolina. 02:36 my number one goal in everything i i want to do is governor is to make living in our state more affordable for our families to make our economy more profitable for our business and make government more accountable to the people and try that the message i'm taking around south carolina i'm not i mean look yet they're gonna hit it and the reason that they're attacking the reason they're going so low is they're seeing the same numbers that i'm saying and that's why they're going to get dirty that's going to get really deep over the next ten days so i'm bracing for it but 03:04 At the end of the day, this is about the people of South Carolina, not Alan Wilson or Pamivet. You just talked about making South Carolina more affordable at the height of the gas prices. Just weeks ago, it seems like there was a plan or some people were suggesting that we do away with uh the gas tax in South Carolina. Would you have been in favor of that? I was the first candidate for governor to call for the suspension of the gas tax, and I would even consider having a trigger. Now, obviously, we have to continue to fund 03:33 uh... construction and road transportation and things like that but we have one and a half billion dollars and the reserve fund and not my my view is is when families are hurting give them some relief uh... as much relief as you can and i think one of the things you can do is suspend the gas tax to make it a little bit better for them to come and go from their house to their office to their child soccer game and uh... and even travel obviously a permanent gas tax will require a lot more fault 04:01 But giving people 60 to 90 days is something I would be willing to do. And I called for that about two months ago. So, I mean, it is and it's affected everybody here in South Carolina. I also had a caller wanting to, a text, or wanting to know about immigration. There was a massive employment fraud ring using stolen identities. Tell us a little bit about that. How were you involved in that? Well, we led it. We led the sting about a year and a half ago. 04:29 because of the prior policies of the Biden administration. Obviously it wasn't a priority to go after these types of cases. So we had some folks in local law enforcement come to us and say, we'd like to get your help. So we started doing an investigation a year ago this fall. And we basically identified that what some ... 695 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0000 zWRSZ6ym7kUhiUBaqT9FtamXpmZtsy1X news The Charlie James Show Podcast news Interview with SC AG Alan Wilson The Charlie James Show originates from News/Talk 989 WORD, The Upstate's #1 Talk Station, weekdays 3-7pm. Charlie tackles the topics that matter to the Carolina's. He interviews the movers and shakers while letting listeners sound off on the news of the day. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2

H3-S1 full 00:07 Tanda wanted to know where to vote in our poll here on the Charlie James show. Here's what you do. You text, now this is between Pamela Vett and Alan Wilson. uh Just an informal poll to find out who you guys want to be the Republican nominee for the governor's race. um If you would like Pamela Vett, text Pam, P-A-M to 800-9050-989. oh 00:36 If you would like Alan Wilson, text Alan, A-L-A-N to 800-9050-989. Same numbers, the numbers are text lined. It's scrolling across the screen right there over on the stream. um It's the text line. So let us know, either Pam or Alan, let us know who you would like to be the next governor. Just taking a quick look, let's do a little refresh here, see how we stand on this. It is now, it's still 95 to five. 01:05 Still 95 to five. Let's go to Everett in Spartanburg. How you doing Everett? 01:10 Charlie how you doing good man? What's up? two things Allen Wilson if he's so good How come we got so much illegal immigration and they got and they I've been fighting this no cash bond for over two years in the upstate they Hello, excuse me Hobart Lewis said they don't even arrest them They take the vehicle let them go if you do that you don't even have a record you don't know how many they are here 01:37 That's thing, we don't, we don't. I've asked several of the candidates during our Governor Series, do we have a, are we a sanctuary state? And you know, it's looking like in some cases the answer to that is yes, because we don't have, well here's what Alan Wilson wants to do. He wants to enact the 287G program, which would deputize all, you know, every member of law enforcement to be ICE agents. Now that doesn't mean we're gonna be pulling them. 02:06 off of their duties to go round up people, if they come across somebody, you see, but here's the thing Everett, that is the way the law reads. That's the way the law reads. check it out. He said one thing, he said he had reached across the aisle. The only reason I'd reach across the aisle is to grab him up by the sack of swivel. There's nothing like this. There's nothing like this. I don't know what a sack of swivel is, but I can just picture it. 02:35 Yeah, it's okay. Don't explain. Don't explain. I just want to say one other thing. Well, the war in the Strait of Hormuz today in Google News, read a Military Watch article. It'll tell you why we're losing in Iran. Thank you very much. Well, we're not losing in Iran. Sorry to... If you read that I don't need to read somebody to... I mean, I got my own eyes there. I appreciate it. We're not losing. We're not losing. 03:02 Stop that, that's anti-Trump, that's anti-American BS. We're not losing. We got more guns, we got more ammo, we got more of the big bombs than they've got. We're not losing. Sorry, we've been in control the entire time. 800, 905, 098, 9. We're getting a lot of people voting in this poll now. Listen to this, I we've got, I didn't even know this. 03:31 Do know when I found this out? It was a couple of weeks ago when we found out that our Congress, our House of Representatives in Washington, they passed a bill. Are you ready for this? This is crazy. They passed a bill to defund the Taliban. 03:53 Well, wait a minute, hold on. What are you talking about? Defund the Taliban. So if our Congress passed a bill to defund the Taliban, what does that tell you has been going on for a while now? We've been funding the Taliban. 04:14 Over in Afghanistan. 04:17 because of the abysmal and who did that? Well, that was the Biden administration with that pullout of Afghanistan. We're now funding those people. But listen to this. This is from, uh I think it's Allison in the know over at Lindale TV um talking to John Thune. Listen to this. House passed Tim Burchard's bill to div on the Taliban. I think it was 11 months ago. Every week that goes by, they get another $40 million. When can the American people expect to see a vote on this? And do you expect it to pass? 04:47 uh.. ... 438 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:19:00 +0000 eOBpiDvZG1vo6D4pQcr8JRXyJOikzeiP news The Charlie James Show Podcast news H3-S1 The Charlie James Show originates from News/Talk 989 WORD, The Upstate's #1 Talk Station, weekdays 3-7pm. Charlie tackles the topics that matter to the Carolina's. He interviews the movers and shakers while letting listeners sound off on the news of the day. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fe

Hour 3 full 00:14 Tonda wanted to know where to vote in our poll here on the Charlie James show. Here's what you do. You text, now this is between Pamela Vett and Alan Wilson, um just an informal poll to find out who you guys want to be the Republican nominee for the governor's race. um If you would like Pamela Vett, text Pam, P-A-M to 800-9050-989. oh 00:43 If you would like Alan Wilson, text Alan, A-L-A-N to 800-9050-989. Same numbers. The number is our text line that's scrolling across the screen right there over on the stream. uh It's the text line. So let us know, either Pam or Alan, let us know who you would like to be the next governor. Just taking a quick look. Let's do a little refresh here, see how we stand on this. It is now, it's still 95 to 5. 01:11 Still 95 to five. Let's go to Everett in Spartanburg. How you doing Everett? 01:17 Charlie, how you doing? Good man. What's up? Two things. uh Allen Wilson, if he's so good, how come we got so much illegal immigration? I've been fighting this no cash bond for over two years in the upstate. Hobart Lewis said they don't even arrest them. They take the vehicle and let them go. If you do that, you don't even have a record. You don't know how many they are here. 01:44 That's thing. We don't. We don't. I've asked several of the candidates during our Governor Series, do we have a sanctuary state? And you know, it's looking like in some cases the answer to that is yes, we don't have... Well, here's what Alan Wilson wants to do. He wants to enact the 287G program, which would deputize all, you know, every member of law enforcement to be ICE agents. Now, that doesn't mean we're to be pulling them. 02:13 off of their duties to go round up people, if they come across somebody, you see, but here's the thing Everett, that is the way the law reads. That's the way the law reads. Check it out. He said one thing, he said he had reached across the aisle. The only reason I'd reach across the aisle is to grab him up by the sack of swivel. Hey, they're nothing like us. They're nothing like us. I don't know what a sack of swivel is, but I can just picture it. 02:41 Yeah, it's okay. Don't explain. Don't explain. I just want to say one other thing. the war in the straight-o-road news today in Google News, read a Military Watch article. It'll tell you why we're losing in Iran. Thank you very much. Well, we're not losing in Iran. Sorry to... If you read that article, you'll I don't need to read somebody to... I mean, I got my own eyes there. I appreciate it. We're not losing. We're not losing. 03:09 Stop that, that's anti-Trump, that's anti-American BS. We're not losing. We got more guns, we got more ammo, we got more of the big bombs than they've got. We're not losing. Sorry, we've been in control the entire time. 800, 905, 098, 9. We're getting a lot of people voting in this poll now. Listen to this, I we've got, I didn't even know this. 03:38 Do know when I found this out? It was a couple of weeks ago when we found out that our Congress, our House of Representatives in Washington, they passed a bill. Are you ready for this? This is crazy. They passed a bill to defund the Taliban. 04:00 Well, wait a minute, hold on. What are you talking about? Defund the Taliban. So if our Congress passed a bill to defund the Taliban, what does that tell you has been going on for a while now? We've been funding the Taliban. 04:20 Over in Afghanistan. 04:23 because of the abysmal and who did that? Well, that was the Biden administration with that pullout of Afghanistan. We're now funding those people. But listen to this. This is from, uh I think it's Alison in the know over at Lindale TV talking to John Thune. Listen to this. Thune, the House passed Tim Burch's bill to defund the Taliban. I think it was 11 months ago. Every week that goes by, they get another $40 million. When can the American people expect to see a vote on this? And do you expect it to pass? 04:53 uh... don't know when ... 1937 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:05:00 +0000 MiiITdXJZYY0ho7Ta48O35nGlbj4CwiH news The Charlie James Show Podcast news Hour 3 The Charlie James Show originates from News/Talk 989 WORD, The Upstate's #1 Talk Station, weekdays 3-7pm. Charlie tackles the topics that matter to the Carolina's. He interviews the movers and shakers while letting listeners sound off on the news of the day. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2F

In this action-packed segment, the host sounds the alarm on a brutal dark money blitz targeting the South Carolina Freedom Caucus. Exposing shady groups like the Palmetto Truth Project, the host breaks down how weak campaign finance laws allow outright lies to flood voter mailboxes—though the conservative block managed to survive the hit! The conversation then tackles a terrifying "Trojan Horse" system: Western nations using online safety laws to sneak in total tracking systems, and how local grassroots pushback is the only line of defense left. Finally, the host delivers an expert breakdown of the historic, record-shattering voter turnout in the primary. With candidates like Ralph Norman and Rom Reddy splitting the conservative base, Pam Evette and Alan Wilson are propelled into a high-stakes gubernatorial runoff! www.whqr.org South Carolina politics, Freedom Caucus, Dark money, Primary runoff, Pam Evette, Alan Wilson, Digital ID tyranny, Voter turnout, Vote splitting, Conservative grassroots

Description In this absolute blockbuster segment, the host kicks off with a rapid-fire news breakdown, detailing breaking updates on Fox regarding Donald Trump's shifting stance on Iran's "Bridge and Power Plant Day" strikes. The conversation then pivots to massive legislative wins, highlighting the $70 billion secured for ICE and Border Patrol, alongside Senator Susan Collins' crucial vote to advance the SAVE Act. The episode reaches its peak with an exclusive, hard-hitting interview with South Carolina gubernatorial candidate and current Attorney General Alan Wilson! Fresh off advancing to the primary runoff against Pam Evette, Wilson hops on the phone to face the heat. He goes fully on the record, promising monthly studio accountability sessions, a war against legislative pushback on redistricting, the total elimination of the state income tax, and an aggressive, Florida-style plan to deputize state law enforcement to hunt down and deport illegal immigrants.

Description The host exposes the shocking infiltration of radical ideologies at home and abroad. They dive into the controversy surrounding Clemson University's new president, Kevin Guskowicz, exposing his past ties to DEI initiatives and his public praise for the debunked 1619 Project. The political gloves drop as the host details the ongoing South Carolina primary fallout. They reveal how a massive conservative vote split ultimately forced a runoff between Pam Evette and Alan Wilson, and they fiercely demand that Donald Trump stop meddling in local state races. Finally, the segment highlights a wild twist in Washington: house Democrats are unexpectedly blocking the unconstitutional FISA Section 702 spy database—a move the host completely cheers on to stop the weaponization of the FBI!

Description In this absolute barnburner of a segment, the host breaks down a massive legislative victory as Republicans outmaneuver Democrats to secure an additional $70 billion for ICE and Border Patrol! Plus, Senator Susan Collins delivers a major win for election integrity by flipping her vote on the SAVE Act. The commentary then shifts to the fallout of the South Carolina gubernatorial primary, setting the stage for a high-stakes runoff between Pam Evette and Alan Wilson. Finally, the host delivers a blistering critique of the political left, pointing to a recent U.S. Senate election in Maine to argue that the progressive movement's increasing embrace of socialism and radical ideologies is exactly why controversial candidate Grand Platner surged to a staggering 73% of the vote!

In this blistering commentary segment, the host unloads on Donald Trump's involvement in South Carolina state politics, arguing his early endorsements have cleared the field for establishment liberals while cutting down true conservative fighters. Turning to foreign policy, the host reacts to Trump's recent social media warnings to Iran, blasting the administration for letting Tehran cross 38 separate red lines while putting U.S. troops in direct danger. Finally, the host highlights critical legislative standoffs, celebrating a $70 billion federal funding victory for ICE and Border Patrol. The host warns that federal election protection like the SAVE Act is urgently needed to stop radical, progressive election strategies from turning solid-red states purple!

In this segment, the hosts analyze the tight race for the South Carolina gubernatorial primary between candidates Pam Evette and Alan Wilson. They discuss the surprising endorsement of Wilson by Nancy Mace following her recent political fallout, and they compare Evette's establishment ties and DEI controversies to Wilson's aggressive track record on conservative social issues as Attorney General. The host also highlights Wilson's willingness to face tough, unscripted interview questions—contrasting him heavily with current Governor Henry McMaster—while noting that both candidates will need to work hard to build voter enthusiasm moving forward. South Carolina politics, Gubernatorial primary, Pam Evette, Alan Wilson, Nancy Mace, Henry McMaster, Republican primary, GOP, political commentary, media accountability, conservative issues, voter enthusiasm

Today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:1) The US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight after President Trump retaliated against Tehran for shooting down an American Apache helicopter. The US military said it had completed an operation that saw fighter jets strike Iranian air defenses, ground control stations, and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran launched missiles on four American targets and fired drones at the US's main naval base in the Middle East, with no immediate reports of casualties in any of the attacks.2) Progressive Democrat Graham Platner won the party's Senate primary in Maine with about 72% support. Platner's campaign was marked by accusations of past misbehavior, including a Nazi symbol tattoo and disturbing behavior towards ex-girlfriends, which he has denied or acknowledged as mistakes. Platner will face Republican incumbent Susan Collins in the November Senate race, which Democrats consider crucial to reclaiming the chamber. Incumbent Lindsey Graham, who was endorsed by President Trump, is projected to win the Republican Senate primary in South Carolina, according to DDHQ. Representative Nancy Mace, once a close Trump ally, finished in last place in the state's gubernatorial race, saying her support for releasing the Epstein files is why she lost. Trump-backed Pamela Evette, South Carolina's lieutenant governor, and state attorney general Alan Wilson advanced to a runoff.3) Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to appear*behind closed doors before the House panelinvestigating Jeffrey Epstein. Gates has reportedly been getting some help from Jake Greenberg, who, according to the New York Times, was spearheading the oversight panel's Epstein inquiry until December. The Gates Foundation, which has launched an external review of Gates' ties with Epstein, told the Financial Times that it regretted "having any employees interact with Epstein in any way." Gates has not been charged with anything and has called his relationship with Epstein a "huge mistake" and denied any wrongdoing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SHORT TITLE OPTIONS Graham's Reckoning? South Carolina Showdown Corruption, Reform & Runoffs The GOP Civil War Begins Anybody But Lindsey? DESCRIPTION South Carolina politics takes center stage as fierce criticism of Senator Lindsey Graham collides with major campaign interviews from Attorney General candidate David Stumbo, anti-corruption challenger David Pascoe, and gubernatorial hopeful Alan Wilson. Accusations of establishment politics, judicial corruption, immigration failures, and the lingering fallout from Russiagate dominate a heated primary day discussion. Is South Carolina on the verge of political reform—or more of the same? EPISODE SUMMARY Today's episode dives deep into South Carolina's Republican primary battles, featuring sharp attacks against Senator Lindsey Graham and claims that his post-election political transformation could quickly disappear after securing another term. The conversation explores long-standing frustrations over immigration enforcement, judicial reform, government transparency, and legislative influence in Columbia. Attorney General candidate David Stumbo outlines plans to overhaul judicial selection and reduce reliance on politically connected law firms. David Pascoe presents himself as the anti-corruption candidate prepared to challenge the state's entrenched political establishment. Meanwhile, gubernatorial candidate Alan Wilson lays out a vision for eliminating income taxes, reducing property taxes, restructuring state government, and taking a more aggressive approach toward legislative resistance. The episode also examines broader concerns about media influence, Russiagate, federal investigations, and voter trust, while highlighting growing divisions within South Carolina's Republican Party. KEY TOPICS Lindsey Graham and Republican primary tensions South Carolina immigration enforcement debate Russiagate and Trump-era investigations Judicial reform proposals Attorney General race breakdown Government corruption allegations Alan Wilson's gubernatorial platform Property tax and income tax reform Legislative accountability South Carolina GOP future CHAPTERS 00:00 Lindsey Graham and the Republican establishment 08:22 Immigration enforcement and Palmetto Pen controversy 15:10 Alan Wilson joins the show 18:45 Wilson's case for governor 24:50 Tax reform and government restructuring 31:15 Taking on the South Carolina Senate 39:00 Lindsey Graham, Russiagate, and Trump's first term 50:10 David Stumbo discusses Attorney General race 54:40 Judicial reform and corruption concerns 1:03:15 Conservative priorities and law enforcement 1:10:30 David Pascoe enters the debate 1:14:20 Anti-corruption platform and establishment criticism 1:22:45 Final election day arguments CLICKABLE TITLE OPTIONS Why Lindsey Graham's Biggest Critics Say The Real Him Returns Tomorrow South Carolina GOP Civil War Explodes on Primary Day Alan Wilson Promises Tax Cuts, Judicial Reform & Political Fights David Pascoe Declares War on Columbia's Political Machine The Battle for South Carolina's Future Is Happening Right Now Republican Candidates Unload on Corruption, Courts and Graham Could South Carolina Be Headed for a Political Shakeup? Inside the Fierce GOP Primary Fight Rocking South Carolina Attorney General Candidates Promise Major Government Reform The Establishment vs. The Outsiders: South Carolina Decides YOUTUBE TAGS South Carolina politics, Lindsey Graham, Alan Wilson, David Stumbo, David Pascoe, South Carolina governor race, South Carolina attorney general race, GOP primary, Republican primary, judicial reform, government corruption, South Carolina senate, Donald Trump, Russiagate, immigration enforcement, conservative politics, election day, South Carolina elections, political podcast, Tara Show THUMBNAIL TEXT OPTIONS ANYBODY BUT LINDSEY? GOP CIVIL WAR SC POLITICAL SHAKEUP REFORM OR MORE OF THE SAME? GRAHAM UNDER FIRE CORRUPTION CRACKDOWN? PRIMARY DAY SHOWDOWN WHO RUNS SOUTH CAROLINA? SEO K ...

ALTERNATE TITLES Lindsey Graham's Machine Faces a Reckoning The GOP Civil War in South Carolina Alan Wilson's Final Pitch to Voters Can Conservatives Finally Change Columbia? The Battle for the Governor's Mansion The Establishment vs. The Grassroots Why This Election Could Change South Carolina Forever The Last Stand of the Political Machine Immigration, Taxes, and the Future of SC Election Day: A Turning Point for Conservatives HOOK After decades of control, is South Carolina's political machine finally vulnerable? On Election Day, Tara examines the power structure that has dominated state politics for generations, hears a final pitch from gubernatorial candidate Alan Wilson, and asks whether voters are ready to demand a different direction for the Palmetto State. PODCAST DESCRIPTION South Carolina voters head to the polls today in what many conservatives view as a defining election for the state's future. Tara explores what she describes as the long-standing political machine operating in Columbia, examining issues ranging from immigration enforcement and tax policy to congressional redistricting and Republican primary battles. The episode features an extended interview with Attorney General Alan Wilson, who outlines his vision for the governor's office, discusses plans to eliminate the state income tax, reform the judicial system, combat government waste, and use the governor's office more aggressively to push legislation through the General Assembly. The discussion also focuses on Lindsey Graham's influence within South Carolina politics, ongoing tensions between grassroots conservatives and establishment Republicans, and concerns about whether state leaders have done enough to advance conservative priorities. As Election Day unfolds, Tara argues that voters have an opportunity to begin reshaping the future of South Carolina politics. FEATURED INTERVIEW Attorney General Alan Wilson Makes His Final Case With voters heading to the polls, Attorney General Alan Wilson joined the program to deliver his closing argument to South Carolina Republicans. Wilson highlighted his record as attorney general, including criminal prosecutions, legal challenges against federal administrations, public safety initiatives, and efforts to combat government waste and corruption. He also laid out a gubernatorial agenda focused on: Eliminating South Carolina's income tax Reducing property taxes Expanding school choice Reforming judicial selection Modernizing state government Increasing accountability in Columbia Using the governor's office more aggressively to advance legislation Wilson emphasized that leadership requires active engagement and pledged to use the governor's office as a "bully pulpit" to pressure lawmakers when necessary. KEY TAKEAWAYS • Election Day could reshape South Carolina's political landscape • Alan Wilson argues for a more aggressive use of gubernatorial authority • Immigration enforcement remains a major issue among conservative voters • Debate continues over the influence of political insiders in Columbia • Congressional redistricting remains a source of controversy • Conservatives continue pushing for income tax elimination • School choice and judicial reform remain major campaign themes • Lindsey Graham's influence remains a significant factor in state politics • Grassroots voters are increasingly challenging establishment leadership • Turnout may determine whether political change occurs SOUND BITES "The office of governor belongs to you, and I'm asking you to hire me." "Strong, bold leadership—not someone waiting for a bill to come to their desk." "The governor should be leading from the front." "We can begin to break the back of the machine." "I will always be accountable to you." "This is a rare chance to change the future of the state." CHAPTERS Segment 1 Election Day and the fight against the political machine Segment 2 Lindsey Graham's influence on South Carolina politics ...

Did Trump's endorsement help or hurt Pam Evette? South Carolina's governor race is tighter than ever as polls conflict, candidates battle for undecided voters, and political insiders scramble ahead of Election Day. SOCIAL MEDIA POST

DESCRIPTION President Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette was supposed to settle South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial primary. Instead, it may have thrown gasoline on an already chaotic race. Charlie breaks down the fallout from the endorsement, the controversy surrounding Henry McMaster Jr., conflicting polls, the rise of outsider candidate Rom Reddy, and accusations that Democrat-backed interests are attempting to influence Republican primary races. Plus, a warning about deceptive political mailers flooding South Carolina voters ahead of Election Day. Based on discussion from the transcript. PODCAST SUMMARY South Carolina's Republican governor's race has entered its most unpredictable phase yet. Charlie examines the political fallout following President Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette, arguing that the endorsement raised more questions than answers and exposed divisions within the state's Republican establishment. The discussion focuses on allegations involving redistricting decisions, the McMaster political machine, and the surprising revelation that Henry McMaster Jr. was reportedly considered for lieutenant governor despite previous denials. The episode also dives into conflicting polling data showing a tightly packed field with significant numbers of undecided voters. Attorney General Alan Wilson, Pam Evette, Ralph Norman, and Rom Reddy all appear within striking distance, making the race highly volatile. Charlie and Lee discuss whether outsider candidates like Rom Reddy are gaining momentum among voters frustrated with traditional political figures. Additionally, the show warns listeners about political mailers and advertising campaigns flooding South Carolina ahead of the primary. Charlie argues that voters should carefully scrutinize campaign messaging and follow the money behind political advertisements before casting their ballots. The conversation closes with concerns about party loyalty, Democrat influence in Republican races, and the uncertainty surrounding one of the most consequential elections in South Carolina politics. KEY TAKEAWAYS Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette created new controversy instead of ending the debate. Questions remain about Henry McMaster Jr.'s reported role in the campaign. Polling suggests the Republican field remains extremely tight. Large numbers of undecided voters could determine the outcome. Rom Reddy appears to be gaining grassroots attention as an outsider candidate. Political mailers and advertisements are becoming a major factor in the race. Republican voters are still searching for clarity ahead of the primary. The South Carolina governor's race remains highly unpredictable. SOCIAL MEDIA TITLE SC Governor Race Explodes After Trump Endorsement SOCIAL MEDIA DESCRIPTION Did Trump's endorsement help or hurt Pam Evette? South Carolina's governor race is tighter than ever as polls conflict, candidates battle for undecided voters, and political insiders scramble ahead of Election Day. SOCIAL MEDIA POST

EPISODE DESCRIPTION Is President Trump playing a long game in the Middle East—or taking a massive gamble with the global economy? Tara and Roger dive into escalating tensions with Iran, reports of secret U.S. naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz, and warnings that oil could surge to $150-$160 per barrel. They explore theories behind Trump's strategy, the risks posed by China and Iran, and what soaring energy costs could mean for Americans. Then the focus shifts to South Carolina politics, where allegations of backroom deals, establishment power plays, and conflicting polling data have voters questioning everything. Tara breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of the major gubernatorial candidates, explains why she's refusing to endorse anyone, and examines what she calls the state's entrenched political machine. CLICKABLE EPISODE SUMMARY

EPISODE DESCRIPTION The South Carolina governor's race is becoming one of the most contentious political battles in the state. Tara breaks down allegations surrounding redistricting, political power plays, debate absences, and what she describes as a decades-old political machine that continues to dominate state politics. Plus, why she refuses to endorse a candidate despite growing pressure from listeners and what voters should be watching as the race heats up. PODCAST SUMMARY Today's show focused entirely on the growing battle for the future of South Carolina politics. Tara examined claims that political maneuvering surrounding congressional redistricting and legislative scheduling may have influenced the current gubernatorial race. She argued that political insiders prioritized personal ambitions over Republican electoral advantages and criticized what she described as establishment politics within the state. A major focus of the discussion centered on Lieutenant Governor Pam Evette's absence from a recent gubernatorial debate. Tara argued that voters deserve direct answers from candidates and suggested that avoiding public scrutiny raises important questions during a competitive primary contest. The show also explored allegations of long-standing political networks operating behind the scenes in South Carolina government. Tara described what she sees as an entrenched political machine that has survived changes in party labels and leadership over multiple decades. Addressing calls for an endorsement, Tara explained why she is withholding support for any specific candidate at this stage of the race. Instead, she pledged to provide listeners with a detailed examination of each candidate's strengths, weaknesses, controversies, and governing records before voters head to the polls. The program concluded with a broader discussion about the direction of South Carolina, concerns about education and cultural issues, and whether voters have an opportunity to fundamentally reshape state government. KEY TALKING POINTS Debate over congressional redistricting and political strategy. Criticism of South Carolina's political establishment. Pam Evette's debate absence becomes a major issue. Questions surrounding endorsements and political influence. Discussion of polling volatility in the governor's race. Why Tara refuses to endorse a candidate at this stage. Examination of South Carolina's political power structure. Concerns about consultant-driven campaigns. Debate over open primaries and party identity. Discussion of Clemson University's leadership direction. The role of grassroots voters in shaping the race. What voters should evaluate before casting ballots. QUOTE OF THE DAY "I'm not endorsing anybody. What I'm going to do is lay out the facts, the records, the negatives, and let voters decide for themselves." SEO KEYWORDS South Carolina governor race, Pam Evette, Henry McMaster, South Carolina politics, governor debate, gubernatorial election, political machine, redistricting controversy, Alan Wilson, Ralph Norman, Nancy Mace, state politics, conservative talk radio, Tara Servatius, South Carolina primary, election analysis, political establishment, Columbia politics, grassroots movement, AmperWave

DESCRIPTION President Donald Trump has officially endorsed Pam Evette in South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial primary, but the endorsement sparked immediate controversy. During today's show, Tara examines Trump's surprising reference to Henry McMaster Jr. as Evette's future lieutenant governor pick—a claim Evette has repeatedly declined to confirm publicly. The conversation explores allegations of political deal-making involving Governor Henry McMaster, the failed congressional redistricting effort, and whether Trump's endorsement was strategic support or a subtle warning shot. Callers weigh in on the future of South Carolina politics, concerns about establishment influence, and comparisons to political shifts seen in other states. Later, gubernatorial candidate Rom Reddy joins the program to discuss the endorsement, polling trends, government spending, and his vision for South Carolina's future. KEY TOPICS Donald Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette Henry McMaster Jr. lieutenant governor controversy South Carolina congressional redistricting battle Claims of political deal-making and establishment influence New gubernatorial polling data Caller reactions from across South Carolina Rom Reddy interview and campaign platform Concerns about the future direction of South Carolina politics SEGMENT BREAKDOWN Segment 1: Trump's Endorsement Sparks Debate Tara analyzes Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette and focuses on the portion of the statement mentioning Henry McMaster Jr. as a future lieutenant governor candidate. The discussion centers on whether Trump intentionally highlighted a politically sensitive issue for Evette's campaign. Segment 2: The McMaster Connection The show explores allegations that support from Governor Henry McMaster came with expectations regarding future political appointments. Tara argues that Trump's comments exposed an issue Evette had previously avoided addressing publicly. Segment 3: Redistricting and Political Fallout Discussion shifts to South Carolina's failed congressional redistricting effort. Tara contends that political leaders failed to support changes sought by Trump and examines how those developments may have influenced the endorsement. Segment 4: Listener Reactions Callers from across South Carolina share concerns about establishment politics, open primaries, voter engagement, and comparisons to political developments in Colorado. Several callers discuss why they believe the gubernatorial race remains highly competitive despite Trump's endorsement. Segment 5: Rom Reddy Interview Gubernatorial candidate Rom Reddy joins the program and reacts to Trump's endorsement. Reddy discusses polling, government spending, taxes, economic development, and concerns about what he describes as the creation of a long-term political dynasty in South Carolina. Segment 6: Looking Ahead The show concludes with discussion about the increasingly crowded Republican gubernatorial race, emerging polling data, and questions surrounding how much influence Trump's endorsement will ultimately have on primary voters. TOP QUOTES "Donald Trump endorsed Pam Evette in the governor's race. That's not even the interesting part." "A big added plus for Pam is that I hear Henry McMaster Junior will be running with her as the next lieutenant governor." "People don't like that sort of thing. It starts marking the old smoke-filled backroom politics." "Governor is a CEO. We need to focus on the record." "Are we tired of politicians? Are we tired of all the name-calling?" SEO KEYWORDS Trump endorsement, Pam Evette, South Carolina governor race, Henry McMaster Jr, South Carolina politics, gubernatorial primary, Rom Reddy, Alan Wilson, Ralph Norman, Nancy Mace, redistricting controversy, Republican primary, South Carolina election, Tara Show, political analysis SHORT PROMO Trump endorses Pam Evette—but one line in that endorsement may have created a bigger controversy than the endorsement itself. Tara breaks dow ...

DESCRIPTION President Trump's late endorsement of Pam Evette has ignited controversy across South Carolina's gubernatorial primary. Questions surrounding Henry McMaster Jr.'s potential role as lieutenant governor, allegations of political deal-making, and a tightening race have voters asking whether the state's political establishment is trying to extend its influence for another generation. Tara and Roger break down the endorsement drama, the polling shifts, and what it could mean for South Carolina's future. PODCAST SUMMARY South Carolina's governor's race took a dramatic turn after President Trump endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pam Evette, but the endorsement may have created more questions than answers. The biggest controversy centers on reports that Evette could select Henry McMaster Jr., son of Governor Henry McMaster, as her lieutenant governor running mate. While Trump referenced McMaster Jr. in his endorsement, Evette has continued to avoid directly confirming or denying the reports, fueling speculation about a political arrangement designed to preserve the state's longtime Republican establishment. Tara and Roger examine the timeline leading up to the endorsement, including Governor McMaster's handling of South Carolina's congressional redistricting efforts and claims that the endorsement may have been tied to broader political negotiations. The discussion also highlights concerns over immigration enforcement promises, including criticism of unfulfilled plans such as the proposed "Palmetto Pen" detention facility and questions about South Carolina's participation in federal immigration enforcement programs. Meanwhile, new polling suggests a highly competitive Republican primary with Attorney General Alan Wilson, Lieutenant Governor Pam Evette, Congressman Ralph Norman, and Senator Josh Kimbrell ally Rom Reddy all competing for position in a race that appears headed for a photo finish. The episode explores what voters should consider as they head toward the primary and whether South Carolina is facing a continuation of its political status quo or a major shift in leadership. KEY TAKEAWAYS President Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette has intensified debate in the governor's race. Questions remain about whether Henry McMaster Jr. will be selected as lieutenant governor. Critics argue the endorsement reflects establishment political deal-making. Immigration enforcement promises have become a major campaign issue. Recent polling suggests a tightly contested Republican primary. Voters face a choice between political continuity and potential change in Columbia. SOUND BITES "The governor's race is the number one story in South Carolina right now." "If she wins the primary, then we'll find out who the lieutenant governor pick really is." "This race is shaping up to be a photo finish." "The question voters have to answer is whether they want more of the same or a new direction." SEO KEYWORDS South Carolina governor race, Pam Evette, Donald Trump endorsement, Henry McMaster Jr, Alan Wilson governor campaign, South Carolina politics, Republican primary South Carolina, Trump South Carolina endorsement, SC governor election, McMaster political machine, South Carolina election news, immigration enforcement South Carolina CLICKABLE SOCIAL TITLE Trump's Endorsement Creates CHAOS in South Carolina Governor's Race

DESCRIPTION Donald Trump's endorsement of South Carolina gubernatorial candidate Pam Evette was supposed to be a game changer. Instead, it may have triggered one of the biggest political controversies of the campaign. Tara breaks down allegations of backroom deals, questions surrounding Henry McMaster Jr.'s potential role as lieutenant governor, growing frustration over redistricting battles, and reactions from gubernatorial candidates Alan Wilson and Rom Reddy. Plus, a stunning discussion about China, Iran, U.S. military security, and a bizarre political scandal involving a controversial Democratic candidate. PODCAST SUMMARY A weekend Trump endorsement has completely reshaped South Carolina's governor's race. The controversy centers on Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette and his statement that she would be running alongside Henry McMaster Jr. as lieutenant governor—a claim that directly contradicts months of public denials from Evette's campaign. Tara examines allegations that a political deal was struck involving Governor Henry McMaster, the failed redistricting effort, and Trump's endorsement. The discussion explores concerns about political dynasties, insider politics, and whether South Carolina voters are being asked to support candidates without full transparency. Attorney General Alan Wilson joins the program to discuss his campaign, outlining plans to eliminate the state income tax, reduce property taxes, lower utility costs, combat government waste, and increase government accountability. Wilson also addresses illegal immigration, law enforcement endorsements, digital ID concerns, and the state of the gubernatorial race. The show then shifts to international affairs, examining reports involving China, Iran, military threats to American forces, and concerns over ongoing negotiations with Tehran. Finally, Tara discusses a developing political scandal surrounding a controversial Democratic candidate and questions that emerged following reports about online activity linked to a notorious platform. TOP STORIES Trump's Endorsement Creates New Questions Trump endorses Pam Evette in the governor's race. Endorsement references Henry McMaster Jr. as future lieutenant governor. Raises questions after months of public denials. Critics allege a political deal involving redistricting and endorsements. Alan Wilson Makes His Case Calls for eliminating South Carolina's income tax. Promises lower property taxes and energy costs. Focuses on government modernization and accountability. Highlights strong support from Republican sheriffs statewide. Illegal Immigration Debate Intensifies Discussion of South Carolina's immigration enforcement efforts. Questions surrounding previous promises and implementation. Wilson outlines plans to expand cooperation with law enforcement. Digital ID Concerns Debate over digital driver's licenses and privacy protections. Concerns about government tracking and personal data security. Wilson pledges opposition to policies that threaten privacy rights. China, Iran, and National Security Allegations of Chinese military support for Iran. Concerns over weapons shipments and military technology. Debate over negotiations with Tehran and regional security. Political Scandal Emerges New controversy involving a Democratic candidate. Questions surrounding online activity and campaign damage control. Discussion of broader implications for the race. KEY TAKEAWAYS Trump's endorsement may have intensified rather than settled the governor's race. Questions remain about Pam Evette's choice for lieutenant governor. Alan Wilson continues positioning himself as a reform candidate focused on taxes, government efficiency, and public safety. Digital privacy and immigration remain major issues for South Carolina voters. Foreign policy concerns involving China and Iran continue to dominate national security discussions. Political scandals continue to shape the election landscape. QUOTE OF THE DAY "The office of governo ...

DESCRIPTION The South Carolina governor's race enters a dramatic new phase following President Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette. Attorney General Alan Wilson joins the show to discuss the fallout, new polling data, immigration enforcement, tax reform, government accountability, and why he believes South Carolina needs a new direction. Wilson addresses allegations surrounding political deal-making, weighs in on Evette's refusal to name a lieutenant governor running mate, and outlines his vision for eliminating the state income tax, lowering utility costs, cutting government waste, and strengthening infrastructure. The conversation also covers border security, illegal immigration, digital IDs, privacy concerns, and what Wilson says separates his campaign from the political establishment. FEATURED GUEST Alan Wilson South Carolina Attorney General and Republican Candidate for Governor KEY TOPICS Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette Lieutenant governor controversy New gubernatorial polling South Carolina economy Income tax elimination Property tax relief Infrastructure improvements Government accountability Illegal immigration enforcement Digital ID concerns Privacy protections Governor's race strategy SEGMENT BREAKDOWN Segment 1: Fallout From Trump's Endorsement Tara and Alan Wilson discuss President Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette and the political controversy that followed. Wilson argues voters should focus less on political maneuvering and more on issues affecting everyday South Carolinians. Segment 2: Making South Carolina More Affordable Wilson outlines his economic agenda, including eliminating the state income tax, reducing property taxes, increasing energy production to lower utility costs, and addressing rising living expenses. Segment 3: Government Reform and Accountability The attorney general argues that South Carolina suffers from excessive bureaucracy, outdated systems, and government inefficiency. Wilson pledges to modernize state government and reduce waste. Segment 4: Immigration and Public Safety Wilson discusses his record working with law enforcement and outlines his approach to illegal immigration, border security, and cooperation with federal authorities. Segment 5: The Polling Picture New polling shows the gubernatorial race tightening. Wilson discusses survey results showing him near the top of the field and says voters should carefully evaluate each candidate's record before heading to the polls. Segment 6: Digital ID Concerns Wilson addresses concerns over digital identification systems, emphasizing privacy protections and opposition to policies that could compromise personal freedoms or government transparency. TOP QUOTES "This really isn't about the backroom deal. This is about your family." "My number one goal as governor will be to make living in our state more affordable." "The office of governor belongs to you. It does not belong to Alan Wilson." "If I can't do the job in four years, you need to throw me out." "Anything that compromises your privacy, security, or freedom, I'm not going to be for." WHAT YOU'LL LEARN How Trump's endorsement is reshaping the governor's race Where the leading candidates currently stand in polling Alan Wilson's plan for tax and economic reform His position on immigration enforcement Why digital IDs have become a growing issue in South Carolina politics What Wilson says distinguishes his campaign from the political establishment SOCIAL MEDIA TEASER Trump's endorsement may have shaken up South Carolina's governor's race, but Attorney General Alan Wilson says voters should focus on affordability, accountability, and results. In this exclusive interview, Wilson discusses taxes, immigration, digital IDs, and why he believes South Carolina needs new leadership. SHORT PROMO New polling, political drama, and a major gubernatorial interview. Attorney General Alan Wilson joins Tara to discuss Trump's endorsement of Pam Evette, the future of South Car ...